Holiday cottages in East of England

Self-catering holiday cottages in East of England

Experience the true magic of timeless England on an enjoyable and competitively priced cottage holiday. We offer holiday accommodation - houses, apartments, chalets and lodges, in many of the region’s historic counties, including Suffolk and Norfolk. The East of England has an interesting history and unspoiled coastline; much of the area is agricultural, offering beautiful scenery to visitors, as well as a rich maritime past that can be explored in Felixstowe and Ipswich. Countryside walks, sandy beaches and coastal paths, along with delicious local food from village pubs and tea shops feature highly in most holidays to this part of UK. The gorgeous Chiltern Hills in Bedfordshire are recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Holiday time is precious - here are some amazing houses for your to rent sleeping 2 - 22 guest for a weekend, short break or weekly rental.

Country house rental in Brandon with 4 bedrooms, sleeps 9. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Fantastic holiday home | Drove Cottage, Brandon

Well equipped

Drove Cottage, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Drove Cottage is the perfect retreat for families or small groups looking to explore all the wonderful attractions that Norfolk and Suffolk have to offer.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Coastal cottage to rent in Mundesley with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Seaside Cottages - Jenny’s Cottage, Mundesley

Good choice!

Jenny's Cottage , North Walsham, Norfolk

This mid-terrace cottage with wooden floors and wood burner stands yards from a sandy beach, with birdwatching and fishing locally, and Norwich nearby.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly self catering in Scarning, near Dereham with 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Attractive holiday property | Scarning Dale Cottages - The Lodge, Scarning, nr. Dereham

The Lodge, Dereham, Norfolk

This property is set in 25-acre grounds, abundant with nature and wildlife, with designated trails and pathways offering excellent walking.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly weekend break in Scarning, near Dereham with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Attractive holiday home | Scarning Dale Cottages - The Cottage, Scarning, nr. Dereham

Great quality

The Cottageb, Dereham, Norfolk

This property is set amidst 25 acres of landscaped gardens with a waterfall and pond, meadow and woodland with lake.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Grouped Properties
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage near Holt with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Apple Tree Cottage | Apple Tree Cottage, Nr. Holt

Well presented

Apple Tree Cottage, Melton Constable, Norfolk

200 year old beamed, country cottage, with wood burner in inglenook fireplace and conservatory, close to Holt with shops and restaurants.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Rural Location
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
  • Hoseasons Cottages
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Cottage welcomes dogs in Saxtead, near Framlingham with 4 bedrooms, sleeps 6. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

The Granary | The Granary, Saxtead, nr. Framlingham

The Granary E, Saxmundham, Suffolk

If you are seeking peace and tranquillity then The Granary promises all that and more. There is even a tennis court if you fancy a game.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Grouped Properties
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Hoseasons Cottages
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Rural holiday houses close to sandy beaches and English market towns.

Whether you prefer to stay far off the beaten track, or in the centre of an ancient market town, or overlooking miles of sandy beaches or countryside, we’ll have the right holiday cottage for you to create that trip of a lifetime. The portfolio includes self-catering holiday cottages suitable for families, couples, and groups of friends - many welcoming pets to stay too. The East of England offers an extremely varied tapestry of counties; from the rolling fields of Suffolk and Norfolk (with canals, fishing villages and sandy beaches) to landmark-rich Hertfordshire, there’s a great deal to keep you interested and engaged. For more information on properties, view details from our selection above of the best holiday cottages or filter further for specific areas - Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk, Lincolnshire or Cambridgeshire.

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